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Milwaukee Television History
Dick Golembiewski
Marquette University Press
Box 3141, Milwaukee, WI 53201-3141
www.marquette.edu/mupress
9780874620559, $47.00, www.amazon.com
What is not generally known is that Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was the first applicant to receive a
commercial broadcast television license from the Federal Communications Commission in 1938.
It was Milwaukee television that had the first female program direct and the firms female news
director in a major television market. Milwaukee was also the city in which the VHF vs UHF
controversy broke out in the 1950s. Milwaukee was also a pivotal site for the development of an
educational TV station (WMVS-TV) and the first to regularly telecast in color. It was
Milwaukee's own WMVT that was chosen as the site of the first long-distance test of a digital
over-the-air signal in a technological evolution that was to ultimate replace analog television with
digital television throughout the country. "Milwaukee Television History: The Analog Years" is a
profusely illustrated 510-page compendium that showcases the complete and definitive history of
Milwaukee's contributions to the television industry and culture. Of special note is the chapter
dedicated to 'Low-Power, Class-A and Translator Stations'. Enhanced with a profusion of
anecdotal stories and quotations from on-air talent, engineers, and station managers, "Milwaukee
Television History: The Analog Years" is a unique and core addition to both academic and
community library collections, as well as a recommended reading for anyone with an interest in
Milwaukee history in general, and the history of American television broadcasting in
particular.
Fundamentals of Game Development
Heather Maxwell Chandler & Rafael Chandler
Jones & Bartlett Learning
40 Tall Pine Drive, Sudbury, MA 01776
9780763778958, $69.95, www.jblearning.com
Everyone wants to make games, but few remember that the fundamentals are the first step.
"Fundamentals of Game Development" is a guide to the major concepts of game design, the
building blocks in which all games are constructed and made. Designed so that readers with no
previous experience can understand, the book focuses on the concepts rather than the code, and
covers everything from the pitch of the game to voiceover work and localization. "Fundamentals
of Game Development" is a must for anyone who wants to get into or understand the field of
making video games.
The Anthropology Shelf
Adam's Tongue
Derek Bickerton
Hill and Wang
18 West 18th Street, new York, NY 10011
9780809016471, $16.00, www.fsgbooks.com
How did mankind evolve from grunting at one another to having thousands of different
languages across the globe? "Adam's Tongue: How Humans Made Language, How Language
Made Humans" is a discussion of the origins of language, casting an investigative eye onto the
animal kingdom and how they communicate with one another. Composed with formal
knowledge but an informal flare, "Adam's Tongue" is a fascinating read on language which will
captivate anyone intrigued with how humans became what they are today.
The Biography Shelf
Iona Dreaming
Clare Cooper Marcus
Nicolas Hays, Inc.
PO Box 540206, Lake Worth, FL 33454-0206
9780892541577, $21.95, www.nicolashays.com
A long score of history and a natural beauty can truly make a place a spiritual experience. "Iona
Dreaming: The Healing Power of Place" is a collection of reflections from Clare Cooper Marcus
as she speaks of her time she spent on the Scottish Island of Iona and what it aught her about her
life and how it can help others bring new insight into theirs as well. "Iona Dreaming" is a
thoughtful and spiritual read, a solid addition to any spirituality or memoir collection.
North of Iskut
Tor Forsberg
Caitlin Press
8100 Alderwood Road, Halfmoon Bay, BC V0N 1Y1, Canada
9781894759427, $24.95, www.caitlinpress.com
Life in the northern forests is an acquired taste. "North of Iskut: Grizzlies, Bannock, and
Adventure" is a collection of memoirs from Tor Forsberg as she reflects on her decision to travel
into the Yukon in her twenties and why since then she hasn't looked back, pursuing both her art
and her survival skills. A fascinating and insightful read of northern life, "North of Iskut" is a
choice pick for memoir collections.
Just Don't Call Me Ma'am
Anna Mitchael
Seal Press
38 Everett St, Suite 75, Allston, MA 02134
9781580053167, $15.95, www.sealpress.com
The charming southern bell isn't what a lot of Southern women see themselves as. "Just Don't
Call Me Ma'am: How I Ditched the South, Forgot My Manners, and Managed to Survive My
Twenties with Most of My Dignity Still Intact" is a memoir of Anna Mitchael who left her
southern goddess lifestyle for something far different in life. A tale of small town girl going into
the big city and having fun with it, "Just Don't Call Me Ma'am" is an entertaining and thoughtful
memoir many readers will relish.
Spectator In Hell
Colin Rushton
Pelican
1000 Burmaster Street, Gretna, LO 70053
9781589807952, $18.95, www.pelicanpub.com
For those who viewed it, it altered their outlook on life forever. "Spectator in Hell: A British
Soldier's Story of Imprisonment in Auschwitz" is a memoir from Arthur Dodd as studied by
Colin Ruston. Taken prisoner by the Nazis in 1942, Dodd saw the true horrors of the Nazi
regime, and tells his first person account of a prisoner of war in one of the most notorious places
in history. "Spectator in Hell" is a strongly recommended addition to any World War II memoir
collection.
Out of Step
Jane Murray Heimlich
Orange Frazer Books
PO Box 214, Wilmington, OH 45177
9781933197661, $24.95
With the right idea and common sense, becoming a successful business man was a realized
dream for many immigrants. "Out of Step" is a unique memoir from Jane Murray Heimlich.
Telling the story of her father and how he came to this country and made his fortune with a mail
order business using dance steps, she provides a unique picture of her father and what it is like to
be the daughter of an immigrant success story, as well as the wife of a surgeon whose name is
used in saving lives - Dr. Henry Heimlich. Entertaining and thought provoking, "Out of Step" is a
treasure trove of memories shared, a highly recommended pick.
My Dream of Stars
Anousheh Ansari & Homer Hickam
Palgrave Macmillan
175 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10010
Allen Media Strategies (publicity)
12019 Trossack Road, herndon, VA 20170
9780230619937, $25.00, www.palgrave.com
From a land that did not expect anything of her, she became the first Iranian woman in space.
"My Dream of Stars: From Daughter of Iran to Space Pioneer" is a biographical memoir from
Anousheh Ansari, as she tells her life story from growing up in the chaos of Iran during its
revolutions, to how she found her way to American soil, making her American dream come true,
and so much more. She is not only an astronaut, but also a successful businesswoman. "My
Dream of Stars" is a choice pick for readers seeking a truly inspirational story.
Pavel Florensky
Avril Pyman
Continuum Books
80 Maiden Lane, New York, NY 10038
9781441187000, $29.95, www.continuumbooks.com
Brilliance doesn't need to be told it's brilliant. "Pavel Florensky: A Quiet Genius, The Tragic and
Extraordinary Life of Russia's Unknown Da Vinci" looks into the life of Pavel Florensky, man
who has retrospectively compared to Leonardo Da Vinci as one of History's greatest minds. A
man of many professions, he placed his thoughts into everything from the priesthood to physics,
engineering, mathematics, and philosophy. A renaissance man after the fact, Avril Pyman paints
a complete picture of this truly unique man. "Pavel Florensky" is a top pick for biographical
collections.
The Christian Studies Shelf
Jesus of Nazareth
Paul Verhoeven
Seven Stories
140 Watts Street, New York, NY 10013
9781583229057, $23.95, www.sevenstories.com
Jesus was more than a figure who has attracted the worship of a billion people - he was a man.
"Jesus of Nazareth" is a take on Jesus placing him in the shoes that everyone has walked, the
shoes of a human being. Stating that Jesus, regardless of the spiritual connotations and miracles,
was a man who wanted to change the world for the better, and through these desires acted not
only as a spiritual leader, but a politician. "Jesus of Nazareth" is a compelling read that will grip
readers regardless of their religious beliefs.
The Healing Christ
Robert Winterhalter
Ozark Mountain Publishing
PO Box 754, Huntsville, AR 72740
9781886940697, $14.00, www.ozarkmt.com
The acts of Christ are things of legend, but could these legends be true? "The Healing Christ" is a
metaphysical look at the work of Chris, and how his acts all those acts in biblical times may be
true when the ideas of metaphysics are applied. A fascinating and insightful approach to the life
of Christ, "The Healing Christ" is a read that shouldn't be missed for Christians with an interest
in the metaphysical.
The Naked Anabaptist
Stuart Murray
Herald Press
616 Walnut Avenue, Scottsdale, PA 15683-1999
9780836195170, $13.99, www.heraldpress.com
Anabaptism commonly finds itself among the culture of the Amish or Mennonites, leaving many
spectators confused to its true nature. "The Naked Anabaptist: The Bare Essentials of a Radical
Faith" discuss this tradition and its true values for the world to see and judge, and perhaps inspire
others to follow. From history to modern practices and worship, "The Naked Anabaptist" is a fine
addition to any religious studies collection.
Against All Gods
Phillip E. Johnson
Inter Varsity Press
PO Box 1400, Downers Grove, IL 60515-1426
9780830837380, $15.00, www.ivpress.com
In railing against faith, some atheists become the very thing they speak out against. "Against All
Gods: What's Right and Wrong about the New Atheism" discusses the modern atheist movement,
bringing forth a scholarly debate and how many atheists are hurting the cause arguing with weak
or false information, putting religion to the stake a bit too harshly. "Against All Gods" is a
fascinating read, and a top pick for any intrigued with the modern religious debate.
A 30 Day Retreat
William C. Mills
Paulist Press
997 Macarthur Blvd. Mahwah, NJ 07430
9780809146420, $16.95, www.paulistpress.com
The spirit isn't possessed of endless energy; it needs a rest now and again. "A 30 Day Retreat: A Personal Guide to Spiritual Renewal" helps readers understand how to use scripture and to fully embrace one's faith, allowing one to return to one's everyday life with an increased sense of purpose and drive. "A 30 Day Retreat" may be just what some Christians need to empower their lives.
Salvation and Sovereignty
Kenneth Keathley
B & H Publishing Group
127 Ninth Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37234-0143
9780805431988, $24.99, www.BHacademic.com
Free will can have its place in God's world. "Salvation and Sovereignty: A Molinist Approach" is
a discussion of faith as Kenneth Keathley places the Calvinist principles that state God has
control of all things in the world, and discusses it against Molinism, a doctrine that believes God
controls the world, but humanity has free will and control of their own destiny. Discussing faith
from multiple directions and with much to think about, "Salvation and Sovereignty" is a top pick
and very highly recommended read.
Grief
Melissa M. Kelley
Fortress Press
PO Box 59304, Minneapolis, MN 55459-0304
9780800696610, $20.00, www.fortresspress.com
Coping with loss is the challenge many ministers must help their congregation with. "Grief:
Contemporary Theory and the Practice of Ministry" is a collection of thoughts and ideas on the
role of the minister in helping grievers find hope and find God at the time they need him the
most. Thoughtful and acknowledging of modern issues facing many worshipers, "Grief" is a
choice pick for any minister who wants to improve their actions when dealing with these
issues.
Heart of the Christian Life
Benedict XVI
Ignatius Press
PO Box 1339, Fort Collins, CO 80522
9781586174323, $14.95, www.ignatius.com
The Eucharist is a major aspect of Catholicism, and Pope Benedict XVI has written much on the
matter regarding it. "Heart of the Christian Life: Thoughts on Holy Mass" is a collection of the
Pope's writings on the subject, composed throughout his life as Joseph Ratzinger to his position
as pope. High spirituality and very driven writing, Catholics who want their faith spurred by
words would do well in acquiring "Heart of Christian Life", a solid addition to Catholic and
Christian collections.
The Poetry Shelf
Unsettled Accounts
Will Wells
Ohio University Press
The Ridges, Building 19, Athens, OH 45701
www.ohiou.edu/oupress
9780821419045, $14.95, www.ohioswallow.com
Many different people, no matter who they are, prove to be teachers all the same. "Unsettled
Accounts" is a collection of poetry from Will Wells as he comes to readers with an array of
wisdom and wit as he reflects on the vastly different people of the world. Intriguing work,
"Unsettled Accounts" is a worthy addition to any poetry collection. "Feuds": In the faded parlors
of Tirolo's two best houses,/the widows still duel at their pianos./Something like Schubert turns
the swallows/into notation, circling unresolved./Slugs tryst listlessly to the answering strains of
Chopin, waltzing at dirge tempo./High on an outcrop, a castello shakes/its crenelated fist at the
tower one ridge over./Stinging nettles defend the granite walls./At each arrow loop, the quick
salamander/or the scorpion with barbed tail flexed,/a Gabbiano warrior in chain mail./Under
them, the Adige runs to meet its lover,/Isarco, and on to Verona where lovers die.
The Lesser Tragedy of Death
Cristina Garcia
Black Goat
c/o Akashic Books
PO Box 1456, New York, NY 10009
9781936070015, $15.95, www.akashicbooks.com
Death for many, is not viewed as the worst thing that can happen. "The Lesser Tragedy of Death"
is a collection of poems from Cristina Garcia, a teacher author of countless previous novels. Her
work focuses on the disgraces of life and how many fall into it, trying desperately to recover their
status in life. "The Lesser Tragedy of Death" is a fine collection that shouldn't be ignored.
"Brain": Halved walnut halved/again/dusted with gunpowder.//Right lobe courts conceit, a
flaunting evil./Its motto: Nothing in nature says no.//The left lobe labors, motto-less, in the
day-to-day hard light./Nothing rhythmical is permitted.//This contest was rigged from the
beginning.
Behold
Nicki Jackowska
Arts Councl England
c/o Dufour Edition
PO box 7, Chester Springs, PA 19425
9781904634850, $22.95
Poetry not only helps a reader understand, it helps the writer understand. "Behold" is the seventh
collection of poetry from Nicki Jackowska, as she presents he own brand of middle class English
poetry, unique to the world. "Behold" is a thoughtful and thought provoking read that shouldn't
be missed. "Hold" : I bring a sound from the high slopes/bell against loss, those
mountain-keepers/held by a rope of far-off notes/tethered to shepherds, hill-farms/or one lone
caller here, drawing you in.//And your eyes grow wide, staring into me and out beyond us both/to
a wide, wide world uncharted yet/cupped by this hollow beat on metal/mountain-goat's familiar,
echo deep-song.
The Judaic Studies Shelf
Crash Course in Jewish History
Ken Spiro
Targum Press
22700 W. Eleven Mile Rd., Southfield, MI 48034
9781568715322, $31.99, www.targum.com
Judaism is one of the oldest religions in the world. "Crash Course in Jewish History: From
Abraham to Modern Israel" is a text analyzing the history of Judaism from its earliest days, how
it came to be, how it gained its followers, and how it sired the start of the Abrahamic faith. Even
today, Judaism's principles are shared throughout much of the world by both Jews and non-Jews.
Insightful, thought provoking and riveting reading, "Crash Course in Jewish History" is an
absolute must for any library collection focusing on religious history.
King of the Jews
Norman Gelb
The Jewish Publication Society
2100 Arch Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103
9780827609136, $22.00, www.jewishpub.org
Driven from their homeland, the idea of a Jewish Nation never truly died. "King of the Jews: The
Origins of the Jewish Nation" delves into the idea of the Jewish nation and its leadership,
spanning from biblical times to how these figures and ideas still hold powerful place in today's
Israel. "King of the Jews" is a strong pick for historical selections discussing the idea of the
Jewish nation and its relationship with Israel.
Who By Fire, Who By Water
Lawrence A. Hoffman
Jewish Lights
PO Box 237, Sunset Farm Offices, RT. 4, Woodstock, VT 05091
9781580234245, $24.99, www.jewishlights.com
Some things are lightning rods of controversy. Un'taneh Tokef is one of them. "Who By Fire,
Who By Water" is a collection of Rabbis and other Jewish thinkers as they converge and offer
their own thoughts and opinions on the controversial piece of Jewish literature and what it means
in regard to the Jewish new year. For those seeking a fascinating look into one of the hotly
debated topics of modern Judaism, "Who By Fire, Who By Water" is a core addition to any
Judaic studies collection.
The World History Shelf
Afghanistan
David Isby
Pegasus
80 Broad Street, Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10004
9781605980829, $28.95, www.pegasusbooks.us
Afghanistan has been anything but a pure success story for American forces. "Afghanistan:
Graveyard of Empires, a New History of the Borderland" is a recent history of the chaos in
Afghanistan and the tumultuous nature of the region, and how America seems to be falling into
the same rut other nations have faced in trying to occupy and control the region. Looking at
history and the problems that face modern Afghanistan outside problematic forces, "Afghanistan"
is an insightful read for anyone who wants to understand the problems America faces in the
country.
Robin Hood
John Paul Davis
Peter Owen Publishers
c/o DuFour Editions
PO Box 7, Chester Springs, PA 19425
9780720613391, $29.95, www.peterowen.com
All folk lore has basis in reality, but who was the real Robin Hood? "Robin Hood: the Unknown
Templar" looks at the possible reality that paints Robin Hood as a member of the Knights
Templar, the famous religious order of knights in the middle ages. But how did he become
known as the freedom loving outlaw of the Crusades period? "Robin Hood: The Unknown
Templar" is a fascinating study of the legend of Robin Hood and who the man truly was.
Anarchism and the City
Chris Ealham
AK Press
674-A 23rd Street, Oakland, CA 94612
9781849350129, $20.00, www.akpress.org
Spain has had quite the decline from a super power of the colonial era. "Anarchism and the City:
Revolution and Counter-Revolution in Barcelona 1898-1937" examines the political turmoil that
Spain faced spanning from the time of the Spanish-American War to the early grumblings of
World War II. Focusing on Barcelona, one of Spain's largest cities, Chris Ealham paints a picture
of a country in turmoil well. "Anarchism and the City" is a strong addition to any history
collection.
Against All Hope
Hermann Langbein
Paragon House
1925 Oakcrest Avenue, Suite 7, St. Paul, MN 55113
9781557788825, $24.95, www.paragonhouse.com
While some endure and hope for the best, there were those who fought. "Against All Hope:
Resistance in the Nazi Concentration Camps: 1938-1945" tells the story of the Jews who resisted
their oppressors even in hopeless situations where they were unarmed against the German forces
holding them captive. Hermann Langbein tells his own story of standing up in the final days of
the war in the notorious camp of Auschwitz, and how he and others he knew made their stand
even in hopeless situations. "Against All Hope" is a fascinating and uplifting read that shouldn't
be missed by history readers.
The Social Issues Shelf
Pastimes
Ruth V. Russell
Sagamore Publishing
804 North Neil Street, Champaign, IL 61820
9781571675453, $74.95, www.sagamorepub.com
Everyone has a favorite way to spend their time. "Pastimes: The Context of Contemporary
Leisure" discusses pastimes and how America spends their free time and their bigger impact on
the world around them. From explaining the importance of having fun, its value to society, how
history has dictated leisure throughout the ages, differences around the world, and so much more.
"Pastimes" is a scholarly look at leisurely and an intriguing and fascinating read.
The Photography Shelf
Mastering Canon EOS Flash Photography
NK Guy
RockyNook
26 West Mission Street, Ste 3, Santa Barbara, CA 93111-2432
9781933952444, $44.95, www.rockynook.com
Some things can't wait for a good picture. "Mastering Canon EOS Flash Photography" discusses
flash photography with the Canon EOS, and its many features which can help would be
photographers get that instant picture they want. Covering every feature and technique one can
use with the equipment to make vivid and natural pictures, NK Guy gives full advice on
everything from preparation to doing it on the fly. "Mastering Canon EOS Flash Photography" is
an insightful and very useful photography manual, enthusiastically recommended.
Nature: Art And Structure
Mara K. Fuhrmann
H. F. Ullmann
c/o Langenscheidt Publishing Group
15 Tyger River Drive, Duncan, SC 29334
www.langenscheidt.com
9780841611023, $49.99, www.amazon.com
With its tri-lingual (English, German, French) captions, "Nature: Art And Structure" showcases
both a national panorama of natural phenomena and the German photographer Mara K.
Fuhrmann's impressive skills in capturing their images. From the tiny subject of a white
cottongrass blossom in a Netherlands wetland, to the UNESCO world heritage site Goreme
Valley landscape; to a two-page photograph of a gorge canyon in Provence, France, "Nature: Art
And Structure" is a truly impressive and memorable 215-page excursion of the beauty and
wonder and natural artistry of the flora and fauna that the forces of nature have sculpted
unassisted and unhindered by the hand of man. "Nature: Art And Structure" is highly
recommended for both personal and academic library Photography collections, and would make a
particularly excellent choice as a community library Memorial Fund acquisition.
The Underwater Photographer, third edition
Martin Edge
Focal Press
30 Corporate Drive, Suite 400, Burlington, MA 01803
9780240521640, $39.95, www.focalpress.com
Vivid underwater pictures have much that attracts viewers. "The Underwater Photographer" is
the third edition of Martin Edge's advisory guide as she hopes to get readers started in this
complex yet rewarding field. From suitable cameras for the job, the right filters, preparations for
shots, rookie starting advice, and more. Serving as both a how to guide and a quick reference for
veteran water photographers, Edge applies his work well, making "The Underwater
Photographer" an invaluable resource for the field.
The Health/Medicine Shelf
Balancing Pregnancy with Pre-Existing Diabetes
Cheryl Alkon
Demos Health
11 West 42nd Street, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10036
9781932603323, $18.95, www.demoshealth.com
Diabetes presents many new challenges, especially in pregnancy. "Balancing Pregnancy with
pre-Existing Diabetes: Healthy Mom, Healthy Baby" is a guide to dealing with pregnancy as a
diabetic and the issues one will face as a diabetic mother. From planning the pregnancy, to the
dealing with the many stages to facing the unfortunate of miscarriages and the success of birth,
"Balancing Pregnancy with Pre-Existing Diabetes" is an informative and highly useful pick
which shouldn't be missed.
Nordic Walking for Total Fitness
Suzanne Nottingham & Alexandra Jurasin
Human Kinetics
PO Box 5076, Champaign, IL 61825-5076
9780736081788, $19.95, www.humankinetics.com
Walking is healthy exercise in itself, but throwing some technique into it can enhance it. "Nordic
Walking for Total Fitness: Your Path to a Lean, Strong, and Fit Physique" is a guide to Nordic
walking and its many health benefits. Outlining six workouts that one can use to enhance one's
health, each with different focuses,. With plenty of tips for tweaking one's routine for better form
and execution, "Nordic Walking for Total Fitness" is an ideal pick for those who want to add
more vigor to health walks.
Health Care Meltdown
C. Rocky White
Alan C. Hood & Company
PO Box 775, Chambersburg, PA 17201
9780911469301, $15.00, www.hoodbooks.com
Nothing is perfect, but our health care system is one of the furthest things from it. "Health Care
Meltdown: Confronting the Myths and Fixing Our Failing System" offers Robert H. LeBow, a
physician in his own right, as he offers his own piece of mind to the many problems today's
health care system faces, such as millions being uninsured, the rising cost of simply getting sick,
and how it's destroying lives across the country. Suggesting his own ideas for solutions, "Health
Care Meltdown" is a choice pick for those seeking another voice in the health care debate.
The Core Concepts of Occupational Therapy
Jennifer Creek
Jessica Kingsley Publisher
400 Market Street, Suite 400, Philadelphia, PA 19106
9781849050074, $36.95, www.jkp.com
It isn't healthy to recover from an injury doing nothing. "The Core Concepts of Occupational
Therapy: A Dynamic Framework for Practice" is a guide to the concepts and nuances of
occupational therapy, stating how such tasks can do wonders for helping individuals recover
from injury. Discussing how to pick the right occupational therapy for the problem, motivation,
performance and creation, and so much more, "The Core Concepts of Occupational Therapy"
belongs in any health collection focusing on more specialized healing techniques.
Rethinking Nutrition
Susan Nitzke & Collaborators
Redleaf Press
10 Yorktron Court, St. Paul, MN 55117-1065
9781605540313, $27.95, www.redleafpress.com
A well fed child is a happy child and a healthy child. "Rethinking Nutrition: Connecting Science
and Practice in Early Childhood Settings" discusses pediatric diet and its importance in
childhood development. Early childhood diet is highly vital in patterning eating habits for the
future, and as well as giving a child everything they need to grow to their fullest physical and
mental potential. "Rethinking Nutrition" is a fascinating read, well worth adding to any health
studies collection.
The Political Science Shelf
A Presidency in Peril
Robert Kuttner
Chelsea Green
PO Box 428, White River Junction, VT 05001
9781603582704, $25.00, www.chelseagreen.com
Promises can prove hard to keep when the realities of power settle in. "A Presidency in Peril: The
Inside Story of Obama's Promise, Wall Street's Power, and the Struggle to Control Our Economic
Future" puts an eye onto the Obama Presidency as Robert Kuttner offers a through analysis of
Barack Obama's first year in office. Even handed, he's critical of Obama's failures but still shows
there is hope in his remaining years as the President settles into office. "A Presidency in Peril" is
an enlightening and riveting read sure to please.
The Music Shelf
House of Hits
Andy Bradley & Roger Wood
University of Texas Press
PO Box 7819, Austin, TX 78713-7819
9780292719194, $34.95, www.utexaspress.com
One of the biggest capitals of music in America got started due to a zoning law oversight. "House
of Hits: The Story of Houston's Gold Star/Sugarhill Recording Studios" tells the story of how
after the end of World War II, this small recording studio grew and became a juggernaut of
music, bringing many hits and musical legends, such as Willie Nelson, into the American lime
light. An in-depth history traces its history from the 1950s to the modern era where it sponsors
acts like Destiny's Child. "House of Hits" is a fascinating piece of Texan music history, highly
recommended. Also for Texan music fans is "Texas Tornado: The Times & Music of Doug
Sahm" (9780292721968, $24.95, www.utexaspress.com), a look at the career and early death of
Doug Sahm, a contemporary of Bob Dylan.
The Fiction Shelf
Sing
Lisa T. Bergren
David C. Cook
c/o Cook Communications
4040 Lee Vance View, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
9781434767073, $14.99, www.davidccook.com
When life goes sour, a return to family may be all you have to stay afloat. "Sing" tells a story of
three different lives of the St. Clair family in the later half of the nineteenth century. One faces a
harsh winter of Colorado, another faces the scams and subterfuge of Paris, and yet another loses
his boxing career to be forced to work on a ship. With no where to turn, they start on the long
journey home, hoping family will deliver them from the crisis they face. "Sing" is a top pick and
very highly recommended read.
Gasoline
Quim Monzo
Open Letter
Lattimore Hall 411, Rochester, NY 14627
9781934824184, $14.95, www.openletterbooks.org
Nothing takes one's steam quicker than being replaced. "Gasoline" is the tale of Heribert, a man
grappling with his own artistic block and loss of love for life. Uncaring for his family, for his life,
for anything, he watches as another individual by the name of Humbert takes over everything he
does, doing it better. A fascinating read of the decline of a great mind and the rise of another,
"Gasoline" is a choice and very highly recommended read that shouldn't be missed.
The Roosevelt Gambit
G. B. Eubanks
Lightning Source
9780982553800, $25.95, www.rooseveltgambit.com
The wrong doers of the world often cooperate, creating a tangled web that good men must
untangle. "The Roosevelt Gambit" is a historical novel set in the early twentieth century as
Leighton Hanshaw finds in his hands a web of issues that endanger the lives of his president, his
country, the world itself, and himself as well. "The Roosevelt Gambit" is an exciting action and
adventure read for fans of historical fiction.
The Second Trial
Rosemarie Boll
Second Story Press
20 Maud Street, Suite 401, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
9781897187722, $11.95, www.secondstorypress.ca
A life shattering event forces changes that no child wants. "The Second Trial" tells the story of
Danny McMillan as he tries to come to terms with his radically changed life after a horrible act
of his father against his mother. Forced to relocate to a new life, Danny finds it hard to adapt, and
the temptation to rebel is so very strong. "The Second Trial" is a read of a child finding it hard to
adapt to a new world, which many young readers may find relation to. Highly
recommended.
With One Foot in the Butterfly Farm
L. D. Brodsky
Time Being Books
10411 Clayton Road, St. Louis, MO 63131
9781568091297, $14.95
It's a bit hard to go through life and not lose your mind a little. "With One Foot in the Butterfly
Farm" is a collection of short fiction with absurd twists from L.D. Brodsky as he tells tale of
workplace shenanigans, the duty that drives us through life, and the things you face simply living
in one's home. Funny yet poignant, "With One Foot in the Butterfly Farm" is a choice pick for
humorous fiction collections.
Feeding Mrs. Moskowitz & The Caregiver
Barbara Pokras and Fran Pokras Yariv
Syracuse University Press
621 Skytop Road, Suite 110, Syracuse, NY 13244-5290
9780815609780, $19.95, www.syracuseuniversitypress.syr.edu
The elderly have quite a bit of wisdom, and often you'll get it whether you want it or not.
"Feeding Mrs. Moskowitz & the Caregiver" is a pair of two novellas focusing on the topic of the
elderly and their interactions with the people around them. 'Feeding Mrs. Moskowitz' is the story
of the titular elderly lady and her encounters with a girl rapidly approaching middle age. 'The
Caregiver' tells the tale of a caregiver and her job at an assisted living facility. "Feeding Mrs.
Moskowitz & The Caregiver" is an enticing read that shouldn't be missed.
Drenched
Marisa Matarazzo
Soft Skull Press
c/o Counterpoint
2117 Fourth Street, Suite D, Berkeley, CA 94710
9781593762711, $14.95, www.softskull.com
Love and lust know no boundaries for many. "Drenched: Stories of Love and Other Deliriums" is
a collection of short fiction from Marisa Matarazzo as she puts together a collection of tales
blending the sensual and the fantastic. Her stories tell real facts of love and the many questions
asked as people face it and throughout it. Riveting and thought provoking reading, "Drenched" is
a choice pick for any fiction collection.
The Adventures of Glinda Gale
J. A. Holst
TV Acres Books
1965 Broadway Street, Stockport, OH 43787
9780979413322, $15.95, www.tvarces.com
The knowledge of Oz doesn't simply die with Dorothy. "The Adventures of Glinda Gale: A
Reimagining of the Wizard of Oz" presents a new take on the story of Oz, as through Dorothy's
daughter Glinda, J.A. Holst presents a deeper exploration of L. Frank Baum's original Wizard of
Oz story, presenting many different takes on the elements of the story, answering questions never
answered in the original work. "The Adventures of Glinda Gale" is a solid addition to any fiction
collection and for anyone looking for a twist on Oz.
The Druid Isle
Ellen Evert Hopman
Llewellyn Worldwide
2143 Wooddale Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125-2989
9780738719566, $18.95, www.llewellyn.com
The nature of the Druids is mysterious to outsiders, and therefore it was sought to be destroyed.
"The Druid Isle" is a novel following Aife and Lucius, two individuals who find themselves on
the Druid Isle, in the third century AD. Faced with the coming Roman army, Ellen Evert Hopman
tells a story of the Celts and druids that is riveting, intriguing, and steeped in Celtic history. "The
Druid Isle" is a top pick for any fiction collection focusing on spiritual and new age
elements.
The Self-Help Shelf
Happiness Genes
James D. Baird & Laurie Nadel
New Page Books
3 Tice Road, PO Box 687, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
9781601631053, $15.99, www.newpagebooks.com
Why are some people just happier than others? "Happiness Genes: Unlock the Positive Potential
Hidden in Your DNA" discusses happiness genes and the roles one's genetic makeup can play in
one's overall well-being and happiness. Stating that happiness is controllable by controlling one's
emotions which are different for different people, James D. Baird and Laurie Nadel give readers
a 28-day long program to unlock the happiness within. "Happiness Genes" is a fascinating look
into happiness and depression, very highly recommended.
Improve Your Communication Skills, revised second edition
Alan Barker
Kogan Page
1210 Ingram Dr Chambersbrug, PA 17101-2987
9780749460365, $14.95, www.koganpage.com
Strong communication is needed to get anything started. "Improve Your Communication Skills"
is a revised second edition of Alan Barker's guide to improving one's communication skills.
Whether one is giving a speech, writing a formal letter, or just holding a conversation,
communication is one unavoidable facet of life that can always be improved upon for a better
future. "Improve Your Communication Skills" is a strong pick for any who want to convey their
ideas more effectively.
The Travel Shelf
England
Insight Guides
36-36 33rd Street, 4th Floor, Long Island City, NY 11106
9789812820662, $24.99
So much history is concentrated in the capital of the United Kingdom, that experiencing it all can
prove difficult. "England" is another guide from Insight Guides to best help travelers get the full
experience that comes with a trip to England, and its many attractions. Focusing on the
non-London attractions the country can offer, it presents much else one can experience outside
the city and the wonderful sights and natural beauty the country and its long history hold.
"England" is a choice and solidly recommended pick that shouldn't be missed for any prospective
traveler.
Speak the Culture Italy
Thorogood
c/o Stylus Publishing
22883 Quicksilver Drive, Sterling, VA 20194
1854186280, $24.95, www.speaktheculture.net
There's more to Italy than a bunch of gods and Spaghetti. "Speak the Culture: Italy" is a crash
course in Italian culture in Thorogood's Speak the Culture series, giving a deeper insight into the
substance of the Italian people than simply their language. From their historical icons to their
modern pop culture, "Speak the Culture" is an insightful read for anyone who wants a better
grasp of Italian culture or who wants to visit the country without the big glowing neon tourist
sign over their head.
The Theatre/Cinema/TV Shelf
Acting for Love & Money
Paul G. Gleason & Gavin Levy
Meriwether Publishing Ltd.
PO Box 7710, Colorado Springs, CO 80933-7710
9781566081672, $19.95
Acting is a passion for many, but it often fails to pay the bills. "Acting for Love & Money:
Connecting the Craft to the Industry" is a guide to how to become an actor who lives doing what
he loves and actually gets paid for their talents. With tips on getting that first break, settling for
something that may not be ideal but puts food on the table, making friends, nailing that audition,
and so much more, "Acting for Love & Money" is a choice pick for the actor who wants to act,
not bus tables.
The Metaphysical Studies Shelf
Swedenborg, Mesmer, & the Mind/Body Connection
John S. Haller Jt.
Swendenborg Foundation
320 North Church Street, West Chester, PA 19380
9780877853305, $29.95, www.swedenborg.com
Medicine can go further than simply alleviating a problem. "Swedenborg, Mesmer, & the
Mind/Body Connection: The Roots of Contemporary Medicine" delves into the philosophies and
practices developed by Swedenborg and Mesmer as they developed their ideas of complementary
medicine, and alternative practices such as spiritual healing, psychic ideas, and other ideas that
have evolved into today's new age and alternative medicine. "Swedenborg, Mesmer, & the
Mind/Body Connection" is a riveting read of the pioneers of this train of medicine thought.
The Buddhist Studies Shelf
Zen Women
Grace Schireson
Wisdom Publications
199 Elm Street, Somerville, MA 02144
9780861714759, $16.95, www.wisdompubs.org
Buddhism is, much like many world religions, male dominated. "Zen Women: Beyond Tea
Ladies, Iron Maidens, and Macho masters" is an exploration of women in regards to the Buddhist
faith. From early women who embraced Buddhism and how their adherence differed from the
men, the early nuns of Buddhism, and how the women of today follow the faith, "Zen Women" is
insightful and answers many questions, a top pick for any woman with an interest in Buddhism,
or anyone with a general interest in the philosophy.
The Education Shelf
Enhancing RTI
Douglas Fisher & Nancy Frey
ASCD
1703 North Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA 22311-1714
9781416609872, $26.95, www.ascd.org
It's best to help kids who are falling behind before they fall behind. "Enhancing RTI: How to
Ensure Success with Effective Classroom Instruction & Intervention" is a discussion of RTI -
Response to Intervention programs as Douglas Fisher & Nancy Frey urge readers to help
struggling learners by tailoring curriculums to better enable those who are lagging to catch up.
"Enhancing RTI" is a thoughtful and scholarly look at helping slower learners, and a top pick for
educational collections.
US Citizen, Yes
Ronna Magy
Heinle Cengage Learning
25 Thomson Place, Boston, A 02210-1202
9781424095995, $24.95, www.elt.heinle.com
The American Dream, the right and legal way. "US Citizen, Yes, Preparing for Citizenship" is a
guide for immigrants who are trying to gain United States Citizenship through the American
citizenship tests that are given to question an immigrant's ability to assimilate and participate in
American society. With many practice tests to prepare, and information about activities to pursue
as well as a helpful audio CD, "US Citizen, Yes" is a must for anyone who is embracing
citizenship through the paperwork.
The Business Shelf
Your Career Game
Nathan Bennett & Stephen A. Miles
Stanford Business Books
1450 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1124
9780804756280, $24.95, www.sup.org
You're playing a game whether you know it or not. "Your Career Game: How Game Theory Can
Help You Achieve Your Professional Goals" is a guide to navigating the challenges of one's
career, and how treating it like the competition it is can give one a leg up in the long run. Playing
a meta game with the other people out for one's job (and after landing the job!) can do much for
one's career success. "Your Career Game" is a top pick with a wealth of sage advice.
The Money/Finance Shelf
House Investor's Manual
Lambert Munz
Dog Ear Publishing
4010 W. 86th Street, Ste H, Indianapolis, IN 46268
9781608443390, $17.95, www.dogearpublishing.net
It's disheartening to buy something and have its value plummet. "House Investor's Manual:
Buying Rules: Ignored, Unknown, or Untold" is an investor's guide to successful buying on the
real estate market to avoid the poisoning purchases that lurk around every corner for the investor.
Lambert Munz gives solid advice on how to feast instead of famine, and anyone breaking into the
investment game should consider "House Investor's Manual."
The Pets/Wildlife Shelf
Say Goodbye to the Cuckoo
Michael McCarthy
Ivan R. Dee
c/o Rowman & Littlefield
1332 North Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60642
9781566638562, $26.95, www.ivanrdee.com
There's more to birds and the weather than them flying south for the winter. "Say Goodbye to the
Cuckoo: Migratory Birds and the Impending Ecological Catastrophe" analyzes the decline in
migration in birds, stating that with the recent ecological changes, fewer birds are traveling north
and southwards than ever before. Declaring that this decline may have serious implications and
mourning the loss of culture that comes with these birds, "Say Goodbye to the Cuckoo" is a
riveting analysis of birds, their migratory habits, and the ecological problems that modern
America faces.
In Search Of The African Wild Dog
Roger & Pat De La Harpe
Sunbird Publishers Ltd.
c/o International Publishers Marketing
22841 Quicksilver Dr., Dulles, VA 20166
www.internationalpubmarket.com
9781919938110, $46.00, www.amazon.com
Once a common feature of the African landscape, the African wild dog, a species that is more
than three million years old, is now in very real danger of extinction. Because of its unique
genetic make-up, the African wild dog is unable to crossbreed with any other canine species. The
collaborative project of South African photographers Roger and pat De La Harpe, "In Search of
the African Wild Dog" is a superbly illustrated, 160-page, coffee table book showcasing the
African wild dog in its native habitat. This outstanding compendium of color photographs reveals
the environment of this unique animal in five informative geographically based sections: South
Africa; North West Bushveld; Zululand; Limpopo Valley; and the Greater Kruger national Park.
There overall numbers having dwindled down from millions to an estimated three to four
thousand (with only five hundred of that number in South Africa), "In Search of the African Wild
Dog" is a very highly recommended addition to personal, academic, and community library
Endangered Wildlife reference collections and supplemental reading lists.
The Automotive Shelf
Electric and Hybrid Cars, second edition
Curtis D. Anderson & Judy Anderson
McFarland
PO Box 611, Jefferson, NC 28640
9780786433018, $45/00, www.mcfarlandpub.com
The energy source of the future will not be fossil fuels, but what will it be? "Electric and Hybrid
Cars: A History" is the second edition of the history of cars under alternative fuel sources have
been making their way from fringe science to being accepted as the mainstream and an icon of
the environmentally conscious. Electric cars have been around for decades, and their promotion
has changed over the decades, and what the future holds. "Electric and Hybrid Cars" is a
fascinating look at the history of alternative cars, a top pick for any automotive history
collection.
The International Studies Shelf
The Constitution of Vietnam
Mark Sidel
Hart Publishing
c/o International Specialized Book Services
920 NE 58th Ave. Suite 300, Portland, OR 97213-3786
9781841137391, $42.00, www.hartpub.co.uk
One improves one's own government by looking around the world for new thoughts and ideas.
"The Constitution of Vietnam: A Contextual Analysis" analyzes how the constitution for
Vietnam has taken hold in the later half of the twentieth century. After World War II and through
the Cold War with many full blown wars throughout the past fifty years, it has led to many
revisions and changes, providing a unique model of administration. Covering its history decade
by decade, "The Constitution of Vietnam" proves to be a fascinating and very highly
recommended read, an ideal addition to any law or history collections.
The Parenting Shelf
Contemporary Fathering
Brid Featherstone
The Policy Press
c/o International Specialized Book Services
920 NE 58th Ave. Suite 300, Portland, OR 97213-3786
9781861349873, $34.95, www.policypress.org.uk
The meaning of being a father has changed over the years. "Contemporary Fathering: Theory,
Policy, and Practice" is a guide to what it means to be a father in the twenty first century. The
value of a father has been discussed by many psychologists and Brid Featherstone does well in
outlining the many thoughts and details that surround the father, and uses a feminist perspective
that highlights why the father is still important in today's era of single parents. "Contemporary
Fathering" is a strong pick with many thoughtful ideas for readers, highly recommended.
The Environmental Studies Shelf
Beyond Naturalness
David N. Cole & Laurie Yung, editor
Island Press
1718 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20009
9781597265096, $35.00, www.islandpress.org
The world is more rapidly changing now than ever before. "Beyond Naturalness: Rethinking Park
and Wilderness Stewardship in an Era of Rapid Change" is an analysis of the current park
systems of the United States and how they could stand to be updated in today's world of high
technology and new and rising threats to the natural world. With chapters on climate change,
understanding it in regards to parks, and much more, "Beyond Naturalness" is a fine resource for
anyone concerned with the status of today's natural parks throughout the world.
The Language Studies Shelf
Word Catcher
Phil Cousineau
Viva Editions
2246 Sixth St., Berkeley, CA 94710
9781573444002, $15.95, www.vivaeditions.com
The lexicon expands throughout history, but few know the stories behind the words. "Word
Catcher: An Odyssey Into the World of Weird and Wonderful Words" delves into the English
language and tries to find the history behind the names and common phrases we udder every day
and how they came to be. From countries being founded on utterances, to the interbreeding with
other languages that impact the world over, Phil Consuineau brings readers quite the riveting and
fun read. "Word Catcher" is a solid addition to any trivia collection.
The Psychology Shelf
Welcome to the Jungle
Hilary Smith
Red Wheel, Weiser, Conari
65 Parker Street, Suite 7, Newburyport, MA 1950
9781573244725, $14.95, www.redwheelweiser.com
Once driven, determined, the next subdued and melancholy. "Welcome to the Jungle: Everything
You Ever Wanted to Know About Bipolar But Were Too Freaked Out to Ask" is a guide for
non-sufferers who want to best understand bipolar disorder and the baggage and challenges that
come along with it. Hilary Smith presents thoughts and answers to even help those faced with the
disorder but are unsure of the effects of their medication, insurance woes, and much more.
"Welcome to the Jungle" is a powerful resource, not to be missed.
The Computer Shelf
Lining Up Data
Margaret M. Maher
ESRI Press
380 New York St., Redlands, CA 92373-8100
9781589482494, $24.95
Presenting it in a simplistic and easy to use way, map data can deliver facts quickly and
efficiently. "Lining Up Data in ArcGIS: A Guide to Map Projections" is a guide to understanding
the program ArcGIS and what it can do for making the maps one needs. With step by step
instructions assisted by full color photographs and diagrams, Margaret M. Maher presents a
complete and comprehensive guide to help users of the program master it. "Lining Up Data in
ArcGIS" is a top pick for any computer and technology collection focusing on data
programs.
The Cookbook Shelf
Passover Lite Kosher Cookbook
Gail Ashkanazi-Hankin
Pelican Publishing Company
1000 Burmaster St., Gretna, LA 70053-2246
www.pelicanpub.com
9781589804982, $17.95, www.amazon.com
The Passover meal is a culinary tradition that presents something of a challenge to the
health-conscious kitchen cook. That's why the "Passover Lite Kosher Cookbook" by Gail
Ashkanazi-Hankin is such a welcome addition to family and community cookbook collections.
Showcasing low-fat and low-cholesterol dishes suitable for the eight days of the Jewish holiday
of Passover, the recipes range from Sweet Orange Matzah Brie; Cucumber Radish Salad;
Smoked Whitefish Frittada; and Vegetable Pizza; to Broccoli Knishes; Candied Sweet Potato
Tzimmes; Miniature Passover Bagels; and a No-Cholesterol Chocolate Chiffon Cake. While the
focus is on appropriate dishes to serve as part of Passover meals, these are nutritious, delicious,
and easy-to-prepare soups, salads, entrees, and desserts that would be well received at the family
dining table any time of the year!
New Orleans Kitchens
Stacey Meyer & Troy Gilbert
Gibbs Smith, Publisher
PO Box 667, Layton UT 84041
www.gibbs-smith.com
9781423610014, $30.00, www.amazon.com
New Orleans enjoys a culinary legacy that includes its Spanish, Cajun, African-American, Native
American, and French roots. Collaboratively compiled and presented by native New Orleans fine
food enthusiasts Stacey Meyer and Troy Gilbert, "New Orleans Kitchens: Recipes from the Big
Easy Best Restaurants" showcases 216-pages of dishes selected from the menus of the very best
restaurants that this Louisiana community has to offer. Ranging from Proscuitto and Melon Salad
with Ricotta Salata; Louisiana Blue Crab Cakes with Mango Ancho and Chipotle Chutney;
Lobster Bisque; and Lady Cream Pea, Andouille Sausage and Kale Soup; to Sauteed Catfish with
Louisiana Shrimp and Jalapeno Slaw; and Braised Greens with Bacon and Onion, each recipe is
'kitchen cook friendly' with complete lists of ingredients and easy-to-follow instruction. Superbly
enhanced with paintings and color photography throughout, "New Orleans Kitchens: Recipes
from the Big Easy Best Restaurants" will prove to be an especially welcome and popular addition
to personal, family, and community library cookbook collections!
Eating Local
Janet Fletcher & Sur La Table
Andrews & McMeel
1130 Walnut Street, Kansas City, MO 64106-2109
www.andrewsmcmeel.com
9780740791444, $35.00, www.amazon.com
Local farmer's markets have grown increasingly popular and accessible with those who want the
freshest seasonal ingredients at the lowest possible 'carbon footprint' possible. "Eating Local: The
Cookbook Inspired by America's Farmers" by cook book author Janet Fletcher (in cooperation
with the successful Californian restaurant Sur La Table) is a 320-page compendium packed with
thoroughly 'kitchen cook friendly' recipes utilizing farm-fresh seasonal ingredients found in local
community farmer's markets. Profusely and beautifully illustrated throughout with color
photography, the recipes range from Grilled Eggplant Cannelloni with Ricotta and Prosciutto; to
Pickled Yellow Wax Benas with Fresh Dill; to Home-Dried Tomatoes in Herbed Olive Oil;
Skillet-Cooked Creamer Potatoes with Rosemary; to Peach and Boysenberry Cobbler. Of special
note are the succinct introductions to showcase farms representing the kind of 'family farm'
agriculture that is the source of what local farmer's markets have to offer grateful communities,
making "Eating Local: The Cookbook Inspired by America's Farmers" a particularly appropriate
and highly recommended addition to personal and public library cookbook collections.
Simple And Genuine
Mamma Agata
Privately Published
www.mammaagata.com
9788890464508, Euros 35.00, www.amazon.com
A profusely and beautifully illustrated 223-page compendium of authentic Italian family culinary
recipes, "Simple And Genuine" showcases the meal-time magic of traditional Italian fare coming
out of Mamma Agata's lifetime of kitchen cooking for her family and friends. Combining
simplicity with elegance, the recipes range from Parmigiana de melanzane (Eggplant
Parmigiana); to Pasta con broccoli e formaggio affumicato (Broccoli and Smoked Cheese Pasta;
to Arrosto de maiale (Roasted Pork Loin); to Pizza fritta (Fried Pizza). A veritable cornucopia of
meal time menu items that will please any palate and satisfy any appetite, "Simple And Genuine"
truly lives up to the promise of its title and is especially recommended for personal, family, and
community library cookbook collections.
1001 Low-Carb Recipes
Dana Carpender
Fair Winds Press
c/o Quayside Publishing Group
400 First Avenue North, Suite 300, Minneapolis, MN 55401-1721
www.quaysidepublishinggroup.com
9781592334148, $19.95, www.amazon.com
Low-carb cooking expert and the author of seven Low-Carb cookbooks, Dana Carpender has
compiled 1001 of her very best low-carb recipes laid out with complete listings of ingredients
and 'kitchen cook friendly' step-by-step preparation instructions. The result is a 576-page
cookbook that will prove to be a never ending source of culinary inspiration for anyone seeking
low-carb meals that will please even the most gourmet of palates and satisfy even the most
demanding of appetites. From Warm Brie with Sticky Nuts; Sunflower Parmesan Crackers;
Italian Sausage Soup; and Fried Brussels Sprouts; to Slow Cooker Chicken Guadeloupe;
Maple-Glazed Corned Beef with Vegetables; Cranberry Barbecue Sauce; and Cocoa-Peanut
Logs, "1001 Low-Carb Recipes: Hundreds of Delicious Recipes from Dinner to Dessert That Let
You Live Your Low-Carb Lifestyle and Never Look Back" truly lives up to the promise of its
title and is an enthusiastically recommended as an inexpensive and expansive addition to
personal, family, and community library cookbook collections!
The Crafts Shelf
Easy Beading: Volume 6
BeadStyle Magazine Editors
Publicity Department
Kalmbach Publishing Company
21027 Crossroads Circle, Waukesha, WI 53186
www.kalmbachbooks.com
9780871162915, $29.95, www.amazon.com
Taken from the pages of BeadStyle Magazine, this is the sixth volume in the Easy Beading series
and features 248 beading projects, each with clear, 'user friendly', step-by-step illustrated
instructions. These projects are organized and grouped into the categories of Gemstones;
Crystals; Metal and Chain; Mixed Media; Pearls; Glass and Ceramic. Enhanced with a Beader's
Glossary' and a basic guide to beading techniques for novice beaders, "Easy Beading: Volume 6"
is strongly recommended for personal, professional, and community library instructional
reference collections. Also very highly recommended are the five other volumes in this
outstanding series: "Easy Beading: The Best Projects from the First Year of BeadStyle
Magazine" (9780871162175, $29.95); "Easy Beading, Volume 2: The Best Projects from the
Second Year of BeadStyle Magazine" (9780871162267, $29.95); "Easy Beading, Volume 3"
(9780871162410, $29.95); "Easy Beading, Vol. 4: The Best Projects from the Fourth Year of
BeadStyle Magazine" (9780871162632, $29.95); and "Easy Beading Volume 5"
(9780871162885, $29.95).
The Architecture Shelf
Lilian J. Rice
Diane Y. Welch
Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
4880 Lower Valley Road, Atglen, PA 19310
www.schifferbooks.com
9780764334566, $49.99, www.amazon.com
In 1923 Lilian J. Rice was provided the opportunity to design and develop Rancho Santa Fe -- a
planned upper-class Southern California community. She was so successful that it launched her
architectural career designed and building homes for some of the best known entertainers and
movie stars of the era. "Lilian J. Rice: Architect of Rancho Santa Fe, California" by biographer
and historian Diane Y. Welch is a 224-page beautifully illustrated compendium showcasing the
architectural accomplishments of a truly gifted architect with an impressive roster of discerning
patrons. Profusely illustrated with 394 captioned illustrations, "Lilian J. Rice: Architect of
Rancho Santa Fe, California" includes floor plans, architectural renderings, and superbly
reproduced full color photography. Informed and informative, "Lilian J. Rice: Architect of
Rancho Santa Fe, California" is a fitting and highly recommended addition to professional,
academic, and community library American Architectural History reference collections and
supplemental reading lists.
The Art Shelf
The Complete Graphics of Eyvind Earle, third edition
Eyvind Earle Publishing
2150 Garden Road, Bldg. B-8, Monterey, CA 93940
www.eyvindearle.com/Books.aspx
9780965058735, $150.00
The late Eyvind Earle was an American artist whose craftsmanship and skill produced museum
quality artworks. He was also a gifted poet and writer. Long out of print and now presented in a
new third edition, "The Complete Graphics of Eyvind Earle" is the first of a two volume set
showcasing the man, his work, and his career. This 360-page compendium superbly presents 160
full color images of his artwork and is enhanced with the inclusion of an autobiography, as well
as samples and examples of his writings and poems. Of special note is the chronology provided
of his remarkable careers. An ideal introduction to the life and accomplishments of Eyvind Earle,
"The Complete Graphics of Eyvind Earle" is a superbly crafted and produced publication that is
strongly recommended for professional, academic, and community library American Art History
reference collections. Also highly recommended for such collections are four other volumes
encompassing the work of this remarkable and diversely talented artist: "The Complete Graphics
of Eyvind Earle: Volume II"; "The Complete Christmas Card Art of Eyvind Earle"; "Horizon
Bound on a Bicycle: The Autobiography of Eyvind Earle"; and "The Poems of Eyvind Earle" --
all of which are available on the Eyvind Earle Publishing web site at
www.eyvindearle.com/Books.aspx
Ancient Egyptian Art
Alice Cartocci
The American University in Cairo Press
c/o International Publishers Marketing
22841 Quicksilver Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
www.aucpress.com
9789774163234, $39.95, www.amazon.com
The artists and craftsmen of ancient Egypt produced enduring works of exquisite beauty. The
level of their artistry was known and appreciated by their contemporaries for a span covering
some four thousand years from the ivory combs of Predynastic Eygpt, to the distinctive statuary
of the Old Kingdom, to the impressive tomb paintings of the New Kingdom, to the painted
portraits and jewelry surviving from the Egypt of the Ptolemaic and Roman eras. "Ancient
Egyptian Art: Visual Encyclopedia" is a profusely and superbly illustrated 352-page compendium
providing a chronologically oriented antiquarian art history of Egypt, replete with examples
drawn from museum collections from around the world. Informed and informative, "Ancient
Egyptian Art: Visual Encyclopedia" is enhanced with succinct introductions and surveys of the
distinctive eras comprising Egyptian history, major archaeological achievements; a chronology,
and a glossary. A seminal work of impressive scholarship and remarkable beauty, "Ancient
Egyptian Art: Visual Encyclopedia" is an ideal and highly prized addition to personal,
professional, academic, and community library Art History and Egyptology reference collections
and supplemental reading lists.
The Goude Touch
Jean-Paul Goude
Thames & Hudson, Inc.
500 Fifth Ave., New York, NY 10110-0017
www.thamesandhudsonusa.com
9780500514863, $65.00, www.amazon.com
Jean-Paul Goude was an artist who created images to sell products for the Parisian department
store 'Galeries Lafayette'. "The Goude Touch: A Ten-Year Campaign for Galeries Lafayette" is a
224-page, richly and profusely illustrated compendium showcasing his unorthodox images and
features more than one hundred working documents that include preliminary sketches, drawings,
and final images -- including ones that were featured in billboard advertising. Innovative,
iconoclastic, and a creatively gifted artist with a sense of humor, "The Goude Touch" is an ideal
introduction to the artist and the best of his work, making it a highly recommended addition to
personal, academic, and community library Contemporary Art History reference collections and
supplemental reading lists.
The Large Print Shelf
Rifle Pass
Max Brand
Sagebrush
c/o Ulverscroft Large Print (USA), Inc.
Box 1230, West Seneca, NY 14224-1230
www.ulverscroftusa.com
9780753185087, $27.99, www.amazon.com
Classic Max Brand adventure yarns set in the Old West, "Rifle Pass: A Western Trio" showcases
three of his best short stories this large print edition. 'Nighthawk Trail' features one of the most
dangerous men in the west in his search to find the great horse Nighthawk. 'The Vamp's Bandit'
has rowdy ranch hand Bob Nelson graduating to stage holdup's and being wanted by the law.
'Rifle Pass' has an aging sheriff trying to get his shiftless son to prove himself by appointing the
young man a deputy and sending him after the outlaw Harry Sanford. Roaring good reads, all
three of these short stories are gems of western adventure, making "Rifle Pass: A Western Trio"
an ideal and enthusiastically recommended addition to community library Large Print fiction
collections. Also very highly recommended for these collections are two new westerns from
Sagebrush: Ray Hogan's "The Searching Guns" (9780753185094, $28.64) and Francis W.
Hilton's "The Long Rope" (9780753185100, $27.99).
The Comix/Graphic Novel Shelf
The Legacy
Andrew McGinn & David Neitzke
Gauthier Publications
Box 806241, Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
9780982081266, $10.95, www.amazon.com
The collaborative work of author Andrew McGinn and illustrator David Neitzke, "The Legacy" is
the story of a young man of artistic talent being saddled with the unwanted responsibility of
continuing his successful cartoonist father's newspaper comic strip, thwarting his own ambitions
of being a graphic novelist. A rollicking good read from beginning to end, "The Legacy" is
thoroughly entertaining and carries an all to familiar message of what happens when parental
expectations are foisted upon a most reluctant 'next generation'. Highly recommended for both
personal and community library graphic novel collections, "The Legacy" is witty, poignant, and a
terrific read!
The Mathematics Shelf
Surveys in Differential Geometry: Volume 14
Lizhen Ji, et al.
International Press of Boston
PO Box 43502, Sommerville, MA 02143
http://intlpress.com
9781571461407, $85.00, www.amazon.com
Deftly compiled and edited by the academic editorial team of Lizhen Ji (University of Michigan), Scott A. Wolpert (University of Maryland), and Shing-Tung Yau (Harvard University), "Surveys in Differential Geometry: Volume 14, Geometry of Riemann surfaces and their moduli spaces" is a collection of lectures delivered at the 2009 JDG conference. Comprising this 418-page compendium are Divisors in the moduli spaces of curves (Enrico Arbarello and Maurizio Cornalba); Stability phenomena in the topology of moduli spaces (Ralph L. Cohen); Birational aspects of the geometry of Mg (Gavril Farkas); The universal Whitham hierarchy and the geometry of the moduli space of pointed Riemann surfaces (Samuel Grushevsky and Igor Krichever); Brill-Noether theory (Joe Harris); GL+2(R)-orbit closures via topological splittings (Pascal Hubert, Erwan Lanneau, and Martin Moller); Harmonic mappings and moduli spaces of Riemann surfaces (Jurgen Jost and Shing Tung Yau); Algebraic structures on the topology of moduli spaces of curves and maps (Y.-P. Lee and R. Vakil); Recent development on the geometry of the Teichmuller and moduli spaces of Riemann surfaces (Kefeng Liu, Xiaofeng Sun, and Shing-Tung Yau); The universal properties of Teichmuller spaces (Vladimir Markovic and Dragomir Saric); Geometry of Teichmuller space with the Teichmuller metric (Howard Masur); GIT constructions of moduli spaces of stable curves and maps (Ian Morrison); Riemann surfaces, integrable hierarchies, and singularity theory (Yongbin Ruan). "Surveys in Differential Geometry: Volume 14, Geometry of Riemann surfaces and their moduli spaces" is an invaluable core addition to academic library Advanced Mathematics resource and reference collections and supplemental study lists in the specific field of Riemann Geometry.
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